Senior Contracts Leader – Acoustic Systems (Govt)

HEPCO Inc; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and health保险

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

HEPCO Inc. seeks an experienced Senior Manager, Contracts to lead a team of contracts professionals supporting an Acoustic Systems portfolio. You will guide RFP reviews, risk assessments, negotiations, and contract administration to deliver strategic outcomes.

The role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of FAR/DFAR/ITAR, and a proven ability to mentor staff while aligning contract strategy with business objectives. Domestic travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field; 9+ years experience.
• Graduate degree with 7+ years experience, or 13+ years experience in lieu of a degree.
• 6+ years with FAR, DFAR, ITAR, EAR, CAS and various contract types.
• Active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor contracts professionals.
• Oversee RFP reviews, risk assessments, proposals, contract negotiations, administration, and change management.
• Develop negotiation and contract strategies addressing business objectives and mitigating risk.
• Resolve complex contractual issues during proposal development and contract execution.
• Serve as primary contracts contact for internal teams and external customers.

Skills

Leadership & mentoring

Contract negotiations

RFP reviews

Risk assessments

Contract administration

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Graduate degree (or equivalent)

13+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

FAR knowledge

DFAR/ITAR/EAR/CAS

Job description

HEPCO Inc. seeks an experienced Senior Manager, Contracts to lead a team of contracts professionals supporting an Acoustic Systems portfolio. You will guide RFP reviews, risk assessments, negotiations, and contract administration to deliver strategic outcomes.

The role requires strong leadership, deep knowledge of FAR/DFAR/ITAR, and a proven ability to mentor staff while aligning contract strategy with business objectives. Domestic travel is required.